•         1/2 cup cabbage, finely chopped
•         1/4 cup carrots, finely chopped
•         1/4 cup capsicum, finely chopped
•         1/4 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (optional)
•         1/4 cup green beans, finely chopped
•         1 small onion, finely chopped
•         3-4 garlic cloves, minced
•         1 inch ginger, minced
•         2 green chilies, chopped (adjust for spice)
•         2 tablespoons spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

   For the Soup Base:

•         4 cups vegetable stock or water
•         1 tablespoon soy sauce
•         1 tablespoon vinegar
•         1 tablespoon red chili sauce (adjust to taste)
•         1 tablespoon cornflour (cornstarch) mixed with 2 tablespoons water
•         1 teaspoon black pepper powder
•         Salt to taste

   For Crispy Noodles (optional):

•         1 cup boiled noodles (optional)
•         Oil for frying

Instructions: Method:

   Frying the Noodles (Optional):
Heat oil in a pan and fry the boiled noodles until they are golden brown and crispy.
Drain them on a paper towel and set aside.

    Preparing the Soup:

•         Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a pan or wok.
•         Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chilies, and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
•         Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
•         Add the chopped vegetables (cabbage, carrots, capsicum, beans, mushrooms) and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes. The vegetables should be slightly crunchy.

 Making the Soup Base:

•         Add the vegetable stock or water and bring it to a boil.
•         Add soy sauce, vinegar, red chili sauce, black pepper powder, and salt.
•         Mix the cornflour slurry (cornflour + water) and gradually add it to the soup while stirring to avoid lumps.
•         Let the soup simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.

    Finishing:

•         Taste and adjust the seasoning (soy sauce, vinegar, salt, chili sauce) as per your preference.

Garnish with chopped spring onions.
    Serving:

•         Serve the hot Manchow soup with a handful of crispy noodles on top for that extra crunch.
• Enjoy your spicy, tangy, and delicious Manchow Soup!